Italian Minestrone with Whole Grain Pasta and Lots of Vegetables
A classic Italian vegetable soup (minestrone) with a variety of vegetables and whole grain pasta. A warming and nutritious dish.
Why this dish is good for you
The variety of vegetables provides numerous vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that strengthen cellular protection and the immune system. Whole grain pasta is high in fiber and provides sustained energy. The soup is high in fiber, immune-boosting, and easy to digest.
Ingredients
- Onion100 g
- Garlic6 g
- Carrots100 g
- Celery80 g
- Zucchini200 g
- Tomatoes400 g
- Vegetable broth800 g
- Whole grain pasta50 g
- Beans100 g
- Olive oil (Extra Virgin)5 g
- Basil3 g
- Salt2.5 g
- Pepper1.3 g
Method
- 1
Heat olive oil in a large pot. Sauté onion, garlic, carrots, celery, and zucchini for about 8-10 minutes.
- 2
Add diced tomatoes and vegetable broth. Bring to a boil and simmer for about 15 minutes.
- 3
Add whole grain pasta and white beans, and simmer for another 8-10 minutes until the pasta is cooked.
- 4
Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with fresh basil and serve hot.
Up-Food calculates calories, macro- and micronutrients for this dish, adds them to your daily balance and shows you which nutrients you are still missing this week.
- Nutrients per serving based on USDA and BLS reference data
- Add it straight to your weekly plan
- Send the ingredients to your shopping list
- Vitality score across seven days
No account, no payment details — you see the finished plan right away. See pricing
